Chief of Farrier Services
Chief of Farrier Services
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Job Description
Job Description
The position is service and instruction oriented and will be focused on continuation of the Colleges Equine Podiatry Service. The purpose of the Equine Podiatry Service is to unite the special skills knowledge and experience of a professional farrier with those of the veterinary specialists of the College in order to provide state of the art corrective and therapeutic foot care for horses in all stages of life. The successful applicant will also contribute to the instructional and outreach programs of the College.
Required Qualifications
American Farriers Association certification as a Certified Journeyman Farrier
Previous experience in the practice of advanced farriery
Substantial experience with therapeutic shoeing techniques
Leadership and management experience in farriery practice
Excellent communication and interpersonal skill
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
American Farriers Association Therapeutic Endorsement Certification
Experience instructing veterinary students
Experience organizing outreach events
Experience training/mentoring apprentice farriers
Pay Band
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Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Hours per week
40
Review Date
May 11 2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
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Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full Time
